Your liver works quietly. So does liver disease.
Most people with hepatitis feel well for years and do not know they have it. We help Nigerians get tested, get vaccinated and get care early, while the liver can still be protected.
What everyone should know about the liver
Viral hepatitis is one of the main causes of liver cirrhosis and liver cancer. Most of that harm can be prevented.
Hepatitis B has a vaccine
The vaccine is safe and protects for the long term. Babies should get their first dose as soon as possible after birth.
Hepatitis C can be cured
A course of tablets, usually taken for two to three months, clears the virus in most people.
You can feel fine and still have it
Hepatitis often causes no symptoms until the liver is badly damaged. A blood test is the only way to know.
It spreads through blood and body fluids
From mother to baby at birth, through unscreened blood, shared sharp objects such as razors and needles, and unprotected sex. It does not spread through sharing food or hugging.
Alcohol and body weight matter too
Heavy drinking and excess body fat can both scar the liver over time, even without a virus.
See a doctor if you notice these
Yellow eyes or skin, dark urine, a swollen belly, or lasting tiredness and loss of appetite.
This page gives general health information. It does not replace advice from a doctor who knows your history.
Our vision
A Nigeria where liver disease is history
Who we are
The Nigerian Liver Foundation is a nonprofit with passionate staff dedicated to addressing the indiscriminate burden of liver diseases in Nigeria. We constantly welcome individuals who are passionate about liver health and who share in our vision to join our growing team.
Our mission
To eliminate the burden of liver diseases in Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa through education, advocacy, research, and improved access to healthcare, while promoting a healthier future for all.
Our work
We pursue our mission in four ways: education, advocacy, research and better access to healthcare.
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